48 Hour Hat Making Class

Learn all of the millinery techniques needed to design and make three Couture Hats in straw and / or felt.

Learn how to:

Block the brim using 0.26 x 0.65 steel pins.

Block the crown using 0.26 x 0.65 steel pins.

Straighten wire.

Sew wire onto the brim.

Finish the edge of the brim.

Sew in a petersham ribbon and take the correct head measurement.

Sew the crown to the brim.

Design and make a trim for the straw or felt hats.

Use a hat stretcher to finish your hats.

About the class:

Tea and coffee available.

Students may bring a lunch or snack with them to every lesson.

Use of all blocks, cottons, needles, pins and stiffeners are included in the price.Bring your own notebook, scissors, thimble, apron.Students purchase all straws, felts, fabrics and canvas. See our page "What to bring on your first day."

Classes are ongoing and can be joined at any time.

No previous sewing skills required.

Classes are taught in small groups, 3 to 4 students maximum per class.

Classes are taught in a relaxed atmosphere and students will work at their own pace.

Please note: To avoid lack of availability and disappointment, all classes must be reserved at the time of booking. All courses must be completed within one year from the date of booking

Important - Please note: Under no circumstances are Prudence's blocks to be copied either in spartra , buckram or canvas . Nor are they to be reproduced in wood for personal or professional use. The blocks in the workroom are Prudence's own design and, therefore, remain intellectual property of Prudence. Prudence lets all students use these blocks for the purpose of study only.Thank you for your understanding.